We're in the heart of South Canterbury this morning on our summer road trip.

And we find ourselves in Timaru, which has been a golden light in the nation's economy, with data showing its growth is outpacing the national figure.

Plus tourism spending is on the up, with it topping $168 million to the year September 2022, up from $159 million the year before.

So what's the lure of Timaru?

The district's Mayor Nigel Bowen joined Tim Dower.

LISTEN ABOVE

We're in the heart of South Canterbury this morning on our summer road trip.
And we find ourselves in Timaru, which has been a golden light in the nation's economy, with data showing its growth is outpacing the national figure.
Plus tourism spending is on the up, with it topping $168 million to the year September 2022, up from $159 million the year before.
So what's the lure of Timaru?
The district's Mayor Nigel Bowen joined Tim Dower.
LISTEN ABOVE

Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you're on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.

Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. We deliver the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you're on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.

Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Tim Dower and Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast.

Holiday Breakfast

Don't miss a thing while you're on holiday, with Tim Dower and Newstalk ZB Holiday Breakfast. Tim delivers the best in news, views and opinion to keep Kiwis informed and entertained while you're on the road, at the bach, or relaxing at home.